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'The Flash': While Jesse L Martin stays on medical leave, Tony Todd confirms return for 100th episode

The duration of Jesse's absence from the show is not yet known, but his character's absence will be addressed at some point in 'The Flash'

'The Flash' star Jesse L Martin, who played the character of Detective Joe West in the series, has taken leave on medical grounds from the show, reported TVLine. The site reported this in a response to a viewer's question about the minimal presence of Detective Joe West in recent episodes. 

According to the report, Martin injured his back during the show's hiatus. The studio representative informed the site about this and added, "We wish him a full and speedy recovery and look forward to his return as Detective Joe West." The duration of Joe's absence from the show is not yet known, but his character's absence will be addressed at some point in the series.